I tend to agree with Dade that it may have had more impact if the boat was smaller, making him even more isolated.
Jenny
Really like what you've done with that, Phil. Good work. The tone adds to the feeling of isolation.
I didn't realise you were near Pitsford. We're in Northampton several times a year - should hook up some time, mate.
Really like what you've done with that, Phil. Good work. The tone adds to the feeling of isolation.
I didn't realise you were near Pitsford. We're in Northampton several times a year - should hook up some time, mate.
Haha only just saw this......I used to live in Chapel Brampton!
I like it Phil, I agree, having seen the show they put in, there's a lot of quality control etc going on there. I hope you enjoyed your trip
Cleverly done and crisp sharp pics and yep you know your way around photoshop, but as an Image, sorry but not really for me. Reminds me of a souvenier programme or brouchure / postcard.
I love it, Phil. Quality shot of a quality rider. You are right that a single shot would not have shown how clever the guy was. I also like the processing. You make it sound so easy.
Well done.
Jenny
Great job Phil, the images work perfectly together and as you said it speaks quality more than a single image. I like the idea of the selective de saturation it really brings out the subject without going to far like with a full de saturated backdrop.
Wow, Phil I love this! I read the quotation first and had no idea what to expect, but this fits the bill perfectly.
You've captured action, skill and variety all in one image and the selective colour treatment is great (I'm not usually a fan, but this is Quality!)
Definitely a quality image, well executed.
Jean
A good take on this weeks theme Phil. I agree this type of display riding does not come without lots & lots of practice as to allow the rider to give a quality performance. The bike and rider stand out well from the BG.
Allan
Phil I do like that, the Ring and sign is popping out at me, I like it, Unsure if the ring could be a little brighter or its just my work screen.
No i have decided I like it how it is. I just don't have any thing like that round here, due to the main location i live near.
Kiss, Keep it simple stupid.. Works every time and here it has worked quite well too. The image tells a story. The words on the plate are posted in clear view teling of the danger of bathing. So yes it fits quite nicely in with this weeks theme.
Allan
I'm not sure about it, Phil. I think that my issue is the background is underexposed as you might for a portrait, but there isn't enough light on the post to make it pop enough. I don't like the light reflecting off the bands on the ring either.
Nice image Phil.....really simple but very effective.
I like the idea - for me (and it's probably just my taste) I'd have preferred to see it a bit brighter so it just popped a little more. Overall though - nice
I am another who likes your image Phil. It is a simple image but the colours, composition and processing certainly work. Can't say any more than from me Phil. Iain
I do like this picture and I like its simplicity. I think I would like it better brighter.
I like this one too, Phil. I disagree with Dean (sorry Dean) about the light reflecting off the bands on the ring. I think they make the photo. They jump out at you.
Jenny
I like this, it has a real 3D feel to it, very in-keeping with current trends, cracking
trying to catch up..
ingredients is fab.. wonderful focus on them and works well as a triptych.. as for that set up.. wouldn't have a clue where to start
thought provoking and strong image for 'stop' gives a real feel of her being vunerable and isolated.. fab focus and DOF.. didnt notice her toes!
isolation is bang on theme.. like the processing on this.. he was certainly absorbed in his own little world there
again, great processing on 'quality' really makes the rider stand out in all the shots.. not really into bikes and cars and stuff.. but can see he certainly is very good at what he does!
I love the simplicity of your post shot.. like the reflective bands on the ring and dont mind it as it is but might be interesting to see it a tad lighter though to compare?
I'm with Jenny on the rings - they really help lift the lifebuoy from the rest of the scene. You've also put thought into a simple image to give something extra.
Jean
I really like it Phil, I'm glad you explained how you did it, I was close, but not quite close enough. I think it's worked well.
Quality is fanatastic - I love the collage and the selective colouring which works really ell here.
Post - there is a lovely serene feel to this. Your flash has been very subtle, with no give-away shadows. Great stuff.
Indulgence...Looks great on black but the oof cable is just a little distracting.
Ingredients...Three geat shots with fantastic details that makes a very good triptych. Cool macro set up as well.
Stop...Well done for creating a very powerful image!
Isolation...That shot fits the theme to a T, perfect composition with the boat top right.
Quality...the use of selective colouring can be looked down upon by many but the red in these shots is perfect for it as it isolates the rider more showing his skills.
Post... Nice idea but as said before the reflective strips makes it hard to have the ring any brighter.